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Washington Sundar ‘still learning when it comes to batting’ late in ODIs, says India assistant coach Ten Doeschate

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Which European countries have mandatory or voluntary military service

The issue of forcing citizens to serve in the military is back as the war between Russia and Ukraine grinds on. from BBC News https://ift.tt/OT0SpPi

‘I just hadn’t had it in me to sit down with them’: Nathan Lyon feeling ‘absolutely filthy’ over Ashes snub at Gabba

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Israel says Palestinian groups returned body of Thai hostage held in Gaza

The remains of agricultural worker Suthisak Rintalak were recovered by Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad in northern Gaza. from BBC News https://ift.tt/VUC8XoG

Five flights in eight days: How two Uttar Pradesh players shuttled between Mumbai and Kolkata to play two tournaments for their state’s teams

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Bulgaria ditches budget plan after tens of thousands join protests

Demonstrators said the plan - the country's first in euros - attempted to hide widespread government corruption. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ikzDIZX

FIH Junior World Cup: India overcome fighting Switzerland with all-round efficiency to enter quarterfinals

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What is Honduras ex-president accused of and why has Trump pardoned him?

Juan Orlando Hernández, once called the key figure in a drug trafficking scheme that flooded America with over 400 tonnes of cocaine, walks free after the pardon. from BBC News https://ift.tt/5q0wkgD

Amid complaints over ‘behaviour’, women’s hockey coach Harendra Singh quits citing ‘personal reasons’

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Dozens missing as deadly landslide hits two boats in Peru

Rescue efforts in Peru's central Ucayali region are being hindered by strong currents on the river, one official said. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Y9uGlsW

‘Travis Head century took away any chance of Perth pitch being rated shit’: Sunil Gavaskar

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Ukraine hits tankers in Black Sea in escalation against Russia

The two ships struck by drones were thought to be used to bypass Western sanctions on Russia. from BBC News https://ift.tt/mdgKeNs

Kevin Pietersen on Kohli-Rohit Test comeback rumours: ‘If true, it must be taken very seriously’

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Ben Stokes defends England’s ‘best preparation’ for Pink Ball Test at Gabba: ‘We’ve moved on’ from Perth’s crushing loss

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‘See you soon India’: Lionel Messi confirms Hyderabad as 4th city in India tour

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Hungary's Orban defies EU partners and meets Putin again in Moscow

Russia's leader praised what he called Orban's "balanced position on the situation in Ukraine". from BBC News https://ift.tt/bTiU4C7

Matthew Humphreys’ career-best 4-13 leads Ireland to 39-run win over Bangladesh

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‘Why are you blaming him?’: Sunil Gavaskar defends Gautam Gambhir, says players have to deliver in the middle

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Never thought I would be back in India in million years, this feels surreal: Simon Harmer

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'I am devastated': Hong Kong residents in disbelief after fire destroys blocks of flats

Efforts to control the blaze are continuing as locals wait for news of missing loved ones. from BBC News https://ift.tt/qmOEUKv

R Ashwin rips apart India’s ‘pathetic’ batting after SA whitewash: ‘We are now probably one of the poorest spin-playing nations in the world’

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Russia’s Andrey Esipenko defeats Uzbekistan’s Nodirbek Yakubboev to book Candidates spot

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Trump envoy denies bias as he pushes for Sudan peace plan

Efforts to negotiate an end to the war, which has displaced 12 million people, remain unfruitful. from BBC News https://ift.tt/urHmE2T

FIDE World Cup: How China’s unique ecosystem has made it a chess superpower

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FIDE World Cup: China’s Wei Yi escapes from tiebreak to set up title clash against Javokhir Sindarov

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Pakistan rout Sri Lanka by 7 wickets in tri-series game

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US judge resigns after being disciplined for wearing Elvis wig in court

In court, Judge Thornhill would play the singer's music from his phone and make "irrelevant" references to him. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ed4Ii1g

Chess’ human eval bars: How commentators like Sagar Shah, Tania Sachdev became the voice of the sport

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Lewis Hamilton’s 1st F1 championship under threat as Felipe Massa’s lawsuit over 2008 title loss survives attempts to have it thrown out

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The Ashes: Monty Panesar says England should remind Steve Smith of Sandpaper-gate, Aussie stand-in skipper brings up former spinner’s poor general knowledge on TV quiz show

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'Huge columns of smoke': BBC at the scene of fire at COP30

Climate Editor Justin Rowlatt was at the UN climate talks in Brazil when a fire broke out. from BBC News https://ift.tt/NtsybHa

Zelensky to speak with Trump after US proposes Russia-Ukraine peace plan

The plan was reportedly drafted by US and Russian officials, without Ukraine's involvement. from BBC News https://ift.tt/8SBJZoH

SC-appointed Justice Rao recommends striking balance between AIFF’s control and bidders’ interests

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Trial opens into North Macedonia nightclub fire that killed 63

Thirty-five people and three institutions are on trial. Prosecutors say years of failings turned the venue into a death trap. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ojdEsTg

FIDE World Cup: Arjun Erigaisi’s ex-coach points out one aspect youngster should eradicate from his play to reach next level

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Zelensky to meet Trump envoy in Turkey in bid to 'intensify' peace talks

There were no plans for the Russian side to join the talks, the Kremlin said. from BBC News https://ift.tt/EdSIBTf

FIDE World Cup: Arjun Erigaisi enters tie-break territory

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Kolkata Test: South Africa coach Shukri Conrad explains why Temba Bavuma succeeded on a pitch where run-scoring wasn’t easy

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Ukraine to import US liquefied natural gas via Greece

Vital supplies are due to start flowing from the Balkans as energy infrastructure faces sustained Russian attack. from BBC News https://ift.tt/u94SVl6

Kiaan secures best Indian finish at FIA Karting World Cup

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India A vs Pakistan Shaheens Highlights: Batting collapse, angry sendoff, umpiring drama as India A suffer thumping defeat in Asia Cup Rising Stars

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FIDE World Cup: Harikrishna’s loss leaves Arjun Erigaisi as last Indian left standing, but he remains favourite for title

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Zelensky vows energy sector overhaul after $100m corruption scandal

State-owned energy firms will be fully audited and new management brought in, the Ukrainian PM says. from BBC News https://ift.tt/4LsJYRM

Shubman Gill hospitalised with neck spasm, doubtful for remainder of series

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After the heartbreak of Toronto, Arjun Erigaisi finds himself two wins away from Candidates

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Shooting World Championships: Esha Singh banishes forgettable 10m mistake to clinch historic 25m bronze, channeling Cairo’s happy memories

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Mass killings probe in Sudan will hold culprits to account, vows UN

"There has been too much pretence and performance, and too little action," says UN human rights chief Volker Türk. from BBC News https://ift.tt/R7iauro

Thirteen hours by touch – inside one of the world's longest exam days

South Korea's national college entry exam is notoriously hard - but blind students face unique challenges. from BBC News https://ift.tt/4X7H9Iu

Daniil Dubov after beating Praggnanandhaa: ‘He failed to pose single problem with white despite probably spending day and night looking at stuff’

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Will MS Dhoni play for CSK in IPL 2026? Franchise teases fans with Morse Code message on T-Shirt, here’s what it means

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FIDE Chess World Cup 2025: Pragg, Arjun Erigaisi and Harikrishna left to carry Indian hopes in tie-breaks

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FIDE World Cup: Undeterred by Vladimir Kramnik’s cheating allegations, José Eduardo Martínez Alcántara making a big impact in Goa

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US ends penny-making run after more than 230 years

Pennies today cost nearly four cents each to make - more than twice the cost of a decade ago. from BBC News https://ift.tt/GHfJ7dw

After life-changing Goa trip in 2002, Levon Aronian is back for a good time, but wins keep on coming

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Sourav Ganguly bats for Dhruv Jurel to find a place in playing XI vs South Africa

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British man dies after being shot during robbery in Ghana

A manhunt is under way for the 68-year-old's killer and other suspects who were at the scene in Tema. from BBC News https://ift.tt/08znvrw

FIDE World Cup: Karthik Venkataraman becomes 5th Indian to enter Round 4; heartbreak for Vidit, SL Narayanan

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Israel says body of Lior Rudaeff has been returned from Gaza

Lior Rudaeff died defending Nir Yitzhak kibbutz during the Hamas attack on 7 October 2023, the Israeli military said. from BBC News https://ift.tt/TLj4pck

After Olympic heartbreak, Elavenil Valarivan regains joy in her sport, wins World Championship bronze medal

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Four held after protesters set off flares during Israeli orchestra concert in Paris

Clashes broke out during one of three disruptions to the performance featuring conductor Lahav Shani. from BBC News https://ift.tt/AegubY3

WPL retentions talking points: Deepti Sharma released by UP Warriorz, World Cup heroes Kranti Gaud and Sree Charani back in auction pool

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Afghan opium crop plummets after Taliban ban, UN survey finds

Afghanistan used to produce more than 80% of global opium but a Taliban ban has cut that to a fraction. from BBC News https://ift.tt/EZj6r1u

Chess World Cup: Diptayan Ghosh, who once took a 2-year break to work in a bank, beats 2-time world championship contender Ian Nepomniachtchi

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World chess body to expand support for new mothers in the game through ‘ChessMom Project’

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Curfew lifted in Tanzania's main city after election unrest

Families continue to search for or bury relatives, a day after President Samia Suluhu Hassan was sworn in. from BBC News https://ift.tt/lwcKj2g

Women’s World Cup final: Laura Wolvaardt slams her second century of the tournament vs India

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Young Russians are being seduced by a cheap, dangerous weight-loss pill called Molecule

Those taking the drug, which contains a substance banned in many other countries, are experiencing severe side effects. from BBC News https://ift.tt/zxt7nBp

FIDE World Cup: Divya Deshmukh eliminated in first round; IM Aronyak Ghosh defeats grandmaster to force tiebreaks

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Britons to be evacuated from Jamaica as UK sends Hurricane Melissa aid

Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper has said the UK's first chartered flight from Jamaica to the UK will depart late on Saturday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ZUthaLx

FIDE World Cup: Divya Deshmukh fighting for survival after loss in opening game; veteran Surya Shekhar Ganguly wins

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'We saw people murdered in front of us' - Sudan siege survivors speak to the BBC

Harrowing accounts from people who have escaped an RSF assault on the besieged city of el-Fasher. from BBC News https://ift.tt/CAaTuj7

India’s greatest ODI World Cup win, regardless of gender

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India shatter women’s ODI run chase record in World Cup semifinal just days after Australia do the same to them

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Australia expecting tough contest, under no illusions given India’s depth of batting: Head coach Shelley Nitschke

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Investigation after woman left behind by cruise ship dies on island

Crew of Coral Adventurer only realised the 80-year-old Australian was missing hours after they left Lizard Island on the Great Barrier Reef. from BBC News https://ift.tt/5h7yuzw

The Daniel Naroditsky the chess world knew and loved

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Confederate statue torn down during anti-racism protests reinstalled in Washington

General Albert Pike's statue, toppled during George Floyd protests in 2020, is restored under orders from President Donald Trump. from BBC News https://ift.tt/o8XMjRL

Destined for greatness: Late starter Sujeet, with supercharged technical moves, makes Bajrang Punia’s weight class his own

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Israel allows Hamas member into IDF-held Gaza to help search for hostages' bodies

The government says "a Hamas person" was helping Red Cross and Egyptian personnel trying to find hostage bodies. from BBC News https://ift.tt/PGnVFqs

Argentina's Milei wins big in midterms with 'chainsaw' austerity

Milei's radical spending cuts have won favour with Donald Trump, but also attracted widespread criticism. from BBC News https://ift.tt/4TwzPc7

Pratika Rawal injury scare for India: In-form opener limps off field in World Cup match vs Bangladesh, concern over semifinal availability

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Hundreds of smartphones intensified India bus blaze - reports

The bus was carrying 234 smartphones that likely ruptured, exacerbating the fire, officials told local media. from BBC News https://ift.tt/iOWNh4a

'I'm not done', Kamala Harris tells the BBC's Laura Kuenssberg

The former vice president made her strongest suggestion to date that she will make another presidential bid in 2028 - after losing to Donald Trump last year. from BBC News https://ift.tt/HiYnLdI

Manchester United finally heading in right direction after thrilling 4-2 win against Brighton

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Connolly declared president of Ireland after landslide win

The result, long clear from early tallies, was officially announced at Dublin Castle. from BBC News https://ift.tt/MCwtupd

NBA stars and mafia among dozens arrested in illegal gambling crackdown

It follows a sweeping FBI investigation into illegal sports betting and rigged, mafia-linked poker games. from BBC News https://ift.tt/DNqQ6rZ

The decades-old exemption that lets Trump fast-track White House rebuild

The White House and several other buildings are exempt from the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966. from BBC News https://ift.tt/oTtc78D

French Open Super 750: Satwik-Chirag suffer a surprise early exit at one of their favourite events; Unnati Hooda fights back to reach R16

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More than 40 dead after multi-vehicle crash in Uganda

The crash involved two buses, a lorry and a car, police say, with many also injured. from BBC News https://ift.tt/6qiFpfn

Watch: Dozens of giant pumpkins hit the water for rowing race

The 'squashbucklers' climbed into their hollowed out giant gourds, which are grown locally in the US state of Oregon. from BBC News https://ift.tt/dyCxYOL

‘In our last conversation, Naroditsky said he would like to share a few things with me in private’

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Delhi-based WFM Shivika Rohilla announces initiative for young, underprivileged chess players

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Israel receives body Hamas says is Gaza hostage

Before Monday, Hamas had handed over all living hostages and 12 out of 28 deceased hostages under a ceasefire. from BBC News https://ift.tt/YKuDafJ

‘Heartbreaking,’ says Harmanpreet Kaur as India crash to third consecutive defeat in 2025 Women’s World Cup

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Manchester United’s Harry Maguire heads late winner in 2-1 defeat of struggling Liverpool

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Chinese Nobel laureate and physicist Chen Ning Yang dies aged 103

Yang, one of the world's most influential scientists, earned global recognition for his work in theoretical physics. from BBC News https://ift.tt/XLQg9A2

Wrongfully imprisoned for more than 40 years, US man now faces deportation to India

Subramanyam "Subu" Vedam was freed from prison after being wrongfully convicted for a 1980 murder. from BBC News https://ift.tt/A19PM5H

Zimbabwe to replace Afghanistan in Pakistan tri-series

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From swimming to fast bowling: Jharkhand’s Jatin Kumar Pandey emerges from mentor’s shadow

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BWF World Junior Badminton Championships: Meet Ivan Sozonov, the Russian responsible for nurturing India’s Next-Gen doubles talent

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Syria's Sharaa meets Putin in Moscow for first time since fall of Assad

Syria's leader suggested he would continue to allow Russia access to its military bases in Syria. from BBC News https://ift.tt/KRUuLB9

Glenn Maxwell picks David Warner instead of Sachin Tendulkar in All-Time ODI XI, then picks Indian legend due to technicality

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Bangladesh garment factory fire kills at least 16

The dead have been burned beyond recognition and officials have warned that the toll could rise. from BBC News https://ift.tt/8I9N6qt

‘Surprised that Radha Yadav is not in the team’: Former India coach Tushar Arothe calls for inclusion of sixth bowling option in playing XI at ODI World Cup

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French pair sentenced in Iran on spying charges

The defendants are believed to be couple Cecile Kohler and Jacques Paris, who were arrested in 2022. from BBC News https://ift.tt/XNV3Sa7

'Indescribable happiness' as detainees return to Gaza

Israel says it has released 1,968 prisoners and detainees as part of a ceasefire deal with Hamas. from BBC News https://ift.tt/rsKIwv6

Gautam Gambhir’s approach a ‘blessing’ for Washington Sundar: ‘…you are always in the game’

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'She left trail of fairy dust': Tributes pour in for Diane Keaton

First Wives Club co-star Goldie Hawn says Diane Keaton left "memories beyond imagination" following her death aged 79. from BBC News https://ift.tt/moD9Tlb

PAK vs SA 1st Test Live Cricket Streaming: When, Where and How to Watch PAK vs SA Match Live Stream & Telecast?

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'We are inventing captivity medicine': Hospital prepares for freed Israeli hostages

Several of the hostages will be brought from Gaza to the Rabin Medical Center in Petah Tikva. from BBC News https://ift.tt/tAzxZBa

Qatar to build air force facility in Idaho, US says

The facility in Idaho will be used to train Qatari pilots to fly F-15 fighter jets, the US defence secretary says. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Z2S6BCc

Women’s World Cup 2025: Brooke Halliday, bowlers shine as New Zealand beat Bangladesh by 100 runs to register 1st victory of tournament

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Afghanistan Vs Bangladesh 2nd ODI Live Streaming: When and where to watch AFG vs BAN match live?

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How Roger Federer was helped by fashion editor Anna Wintour land $300-million deal with Uniqlo after Nike walked away

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Naked mole rats' DNA could hold key to long life

The bald, subterranean rats are the world's longest-lived rodent. from BBC News https://ift.tt/PmqHOp0

Cristiano Ronaldo on why he continues to strive for 1000 goals even when his family tells him to stop playing

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No more veggie burgers? EU parliament votes to ban meat names for plant-based foods

Pressure to ban meat labels for plant-based products comes from Europe's livestock farmers. from BBC News https://ift.tt/4Avl0NY

Paris Olympics bronze medallist Aman Sehrawat handed one-year ban by WFI for missing weight at Wrestling World Championships

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Everest hikers guided to safety after being stranded by blizzard

Hundreds of hikers have been guided to safety in Tibet after becoming trapped over the weekend by heavy snowfall. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Op5sr8J

How Jasprit Bumrah ignores trolls, helps budding cricketers and rejuvenates himself with friends in Ahmedabad

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Trump and Brazilian President Lula have 'friendly' call

Brazil's government said the two "reminisced about the good chemistry" they had at the UN in New York. from BBC News https://ift.tt/YJL0QoR

Sunil Chhetri in Khalid Jamil’s 23-member India squad for crucial Asian Cup qualifier match vs Singapore

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Georgia protesters try to storm Tbilisi presidential palace

Police used pepper spray to disperse demonstrators amid growing turmoil in the Caucasus country. from BBC News https://ift.tt/nOTSlpe

Shubman Gill sets eyes on World Cup glory in first reaction after being announced India’s ODI captain

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Watch: Protesters attempt to storm Georgia's presidential palace

Water cannon and pepper spray was used by authorities to disperse protesters. from BBC News https://ift.tt/UrRlcmE

World Para Athletics Championship: India’s Nishad Kumar beats legendary American Roderick Townsend to high jump T47 gold

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Trump wields axe over 'Democrat Agencies' as shutdown blame game rages

He said the shutdown could be an opportunity to "clear out dead wood", giving no hint of concessions to Democrats. from BBC News https://ift.tt/TkYf89Q

Captain of tanker linked to Russian 'shadow fleet' charged in France

The Chinese national faces a count of refusing to follow naval instructions while piloting the vessel. from BBC News https://ift.tt/eKzwZRL

Women’s World Cup 2025: Akter trio, Rubya Haider shine to give Bangladesh winning start against Pakistan

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Jimmy Kimmel on the moment he found out he was going off air

His brief suspension came after his comments about the killing of Charlie Kirk. from BBC News https://ift.tt/wI9oxUM

Tale of three all-rounders: How Amanjot Kaur, Deepti Sharma and Sneh Rana pushed India from 124/6 to 269/8 in Women’s World Cup opener

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The emotional story behind Sumit Antil’s javelin gold at World Para Athletics: ‘Your son will do better than those with two legs,’ mother recalls his words

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Haryana’s Himanshu who found wrestling too tough, starts finding success in shooting with Jr World Cup gold

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Para World Championships 2025: From war-torn Congo to Norway to top of the podium, Kashafali blazes to 100-metre gold medal

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Thunberg denies claims Gaza flotilla is a publicity stunt

The Swedish activist tells the BBC that no one would "risk their life" purely to gain attention. from BBC News https://ift.tt/fyOup7w

Elon Musk and Prince Andrew named in new Epstein files

The documents by the estate of convicted paedophile financier Jeffrey Epstein were released by Congressional Democrats. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Gv6lXwH

Why the Tilak Varma-Sanju Samson partnership against Sri Lanka at Asia Cup was important for India

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New York office gunman had low-level CTE, medical examiner finds

Shane Tamura killed four while targeting NFL offices in July from BBC News https://ift.tt/fF30Bwe

Blade Jumper, serial medallist, wheelchair marathon legend: Meet some of the top paralympians who will be in action in New Delhi

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Trump urges Turkey to stop buying Russian oil as Erdogan chases deal on F-35s

The US president suggests the US could lift sanctions on Turkey and allow it to buy F-35 jets. from BBC News https://ift.tt/HvDGUb0

Typhoon Ragasa makes landfall in China after 17 killed in Taiwan

Ragasa is the world's strongest storm this year and has been roaring over the South China Sea for days. from BBC News https://ift.tt/La9BfCi

India vs Bangladesh: Why Abhishek Sharma is the real successor of Virender Sehwag

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Bangladesh coach Phil Simmons: ‘We didn’t come just to win against Sri Lanka; we came to be champions’

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Spinner Manav Suthar sparkles with five-for against Australia A

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Copenhagen airport shut after drone sightings, police say

Take-offs and landings at the airport have been suspended since around 20:30 local time (19:30 BST). from BBC News https://ift.tt/5MmNA61

JLN Stadium’s newly laid Mondo track to aid visually challenged athletes, boost speed ahead of World Para Athletics Championships in New Delhi

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Jordan Cox smashes comeback fifty as England win T20 series in Ireland

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Recognising Palestinian statehood opens another question - who would lead it?

With the president approaching 90 years of age and another possible candidate in jail, finding the right leadership would be a challenge from BBC News https://ift.tt/QGK9pLg

Rain, reserve day, a Rahul-Kohli masterclass and Kuldeep’s demolition job: What happened the last time India faced Pakistan in an Asia Cup Super Fours match

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Notre-Dame's iconic towers reopen six years after fire

Notre-Dame's Medieval towers have been restored after a massive fire ravaged the cathedral in 2019. from BBC News https://ift.tt/EMN9ZuA

Manchester United F.C. vs Chelsea F.C. Live Streaming, Premier League Match: When and where to watch MUN vs CHE live?

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Don’t finish below Pakistan’s Arshad Nadeem: Sachin Yadav’s coach said during pep talk

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US deportees sue Ghana over 'illegal' detention

Despite opposition to the deal, Ghana's president says 40 more deportees will arrive from the US. from BBC News https://ift.tt/PsG9fCl

Madeleine McCann suspect freed from German prison

Christian Brückner has never been charged with any crime in relation to the McCann case. from BBC News https://ift.tt/n617y5S

Wrestling World Championships: Bruised, bloodied Antim Panghal fights till end but loses in semis to Paris Olympics medallist Yepez

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Bangladesh pip Afghanistan by eight runs to keep Super Fours hopes alive

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Pakistan unlikely to withdraw from Asia Cup, train at the same time as India at ICC Academy

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Boss of degrading sex-trade ring in Dubai's glamour districts unmasked by BBC

Young Ugandan women tell BBC they are being lured to Dubai to take part in extreme sex acts. from BBC News https://ift.tt/MvpDF12

FIDE Grand Swiss Chess: R Vaishali finishes on top, qualifies for Women’s Candidates

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Atul Wassan slams ‘juvenile’ Pakistan for handshake drama vs India: ‘They have become so shameless that they want to force us into shaking hands’

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Does Israel face a 'South Africa moment' over Gaza?

BBC diplomatic correspondent Paul Adams looks at parallels between reactions to Israel and apartheid-era South Africa. from BBC News https://ift.tt/9BPZwnT

FIDE Grand Swiss: Gukesh tastes victory for 1st time in 7 games; Vaishali one game away from Candidates spot

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New Nato mission to bolster eastern flank after Russia drone incursion

France, Denmark and Germany will send jets to Poland after Russian drones flew into its airspace. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ALNogR7

Manchester City FC vs Manchester United FC Live Score Streaming, Premier League Football Match: When and where to watch MCI vs MUN live?

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UK says 'great news' British national freed in Belarus release deal

Julia Fenner was given a long jail term after being detained while entering Belarus in March 2024. from BBC News https://ift.tt/DlEWSqY

Asia Cup 2025 Points Table, Teams Ranking, Standings, Results, Net Run-Rate

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South African rapist in bid to block Netflix documentary about his life

Thabo Bester, who allegedly faked his death in prison and escaped, says the documentary is defamatory. from BBC News https://ift.tt/UbHZnSI

Kuldeep Yadav explains mantra for success vs UAE in Asia Cup opener: ‘Reacting to what the batters would do on the next ball’

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Vaishali Rameshbabu surges into joint lead ahead of first rest day at FIDE Women’s Grand Swiss

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Surprise as Ivory Coast's ex-first lady cleared to contest presidency

Simone Gbagbo will run against President Alassane Ouattara, who is seeking a controversial fourth term. from BBC News https://ift.tt/aImv1bP

Trump asks Supreme Court to allow billions in foreign aid cuts

The administration is seeking an emergency order as it tries to claw back funds allocated by Congress. from BBC News https://ift.tt/oNxsYBr

How a mother’s determination and sacrifices gave India a 15-year-old archery prodigy for the World Championships

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Supreme Court rules that immigration raids in LA can continue

US top court says that immigration agents can stop people based solely on their race, language or job. from BBC News https://ift.tt/kyLaTlE

Divya Deshmukh stuns Egyptian GM ranked 666 spots above her in rankings with kitchen-sink of an attack

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Timelapse shows Blood Moon rising around the world

s the Moon passes through the Earth's shadow, it will take on a deep red hue, creating a striking "Blood Moon". from BBC News https://ift.tt/RYnQfgd

India win Asia Cup hockey: How forwards found connections inside the circle to go from frustrating to flamboyant

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Fastest lap in F1 history sees Max Verstappen take pole for Italian GP ahead of Norris and Piastri

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Rosenberg: What's behind Putin's uncompromising stance on Ukraine?

Moscow's diplomatic success in China, and Trump's lack of action, have emboldened Putin, reports Steve Rosenberg. from BBC News https://ift.tt/vf7WeE4

Three ways Epstein scandal could go for Trump

This week the victims of Epstein's crimes came forward to demand more information, piling pressure on the White House. from BBC News https://ift.tt/KRUl6iQ

Gukesh starts off Grand Swiss with victory, to face Turkish prodigy Erdogmus in round 2

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Pawan Bartwal remains unafraid and lands the final flurry of punches to win high octane 55kg bout against Brazilian Trinidade

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Watch: RFK Jr questioned during fiery hearing

US health secretary Robert F Kennedy Jr faced questions on Covid deaths, vaccines and his record during an often heated Senate hearing. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ExzKho4

Trump says 11 killed in US strike on drug-carrying vessel from Venezuela

The Trump administration has signalled a willingness to use military force against drug cartels. from BBC News https://ift.tt/4fIhz2e

‘Gill will go there and try to prove a point’: Irfan Pathan on India Test skipper’s role as T20 vice-captain in Asia Cup

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Afghan quake victims buried on mountain top as aftershocks continue

The BBC's Yama Bariz travelled to a region devastated by the 6.0 magnitude earthquake. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1kYxC3I

Nestle fires boss after romantic relationship with employee

The food giant says Laurent Freixe had an "undisclosed" relationship with "a direct subordinate". from BBC News https://ift.tt/khOuFmz

Eight different scorers, three hat-tricks, 15 goals: India trounce Kazakhstan in Asia Cup

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India's Modi has 'insightful' talks in Putin's limo

The two leaders - both under pressure from Donald Trump - spent 45 minutes inside the Russian leader's car. from BBC News https://ift.tt/4st5BDR

Reeling from Trump's tariffs, India and China seek a business reboot

India's prime minister hopes to draw nearer to some of the world’s largest economies. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Yh8xoef

‘It cost a lot’: Charles Leclerc enters F1 meme hall of fame with photo on sand dune after crash at Dutch GP

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It’s Chen Yufei vs Akane Yamaguchi final at BWF World Championships. In the An Seyoung era, a throwback to golden generation

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Kim meets families of North Korea soldiers killed fighting in Ukraine

The North Korean leader met the families of soldiers killed fighting for Russia against Ukraine. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ihANf0S

Madeleine McCann suspect to be released in less than three weeks

Christian Brückner is still dangerous, the German prosecutor leading the investigation into the toddler's disappearance tells the BBC. from BBC News https://ift.tt/alpUFGk

Recalling Slapgate controversy: What happened before and after the slap that was heard around cricket world

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CAFA Cup football: India’s Khalid Jamil era begins with a fighting 2-1 win over Tajikistan

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Why has Kamala Harris' security detail been withdrawn?

The overstretched Secret Service is required to provide 6 months of protection to former vice-presidents. from BBC News https://ift.tt/qFo6rtD

National Squash Championship: Velavan Senthilkumar & Anahat Singh clinch titles

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BBC reports from scene of deadly Russian attack on Kyiv

Russia launched a major attack on Ukraine's capital in the early hours of Thursday evening, killing at least 19 people, including four children. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1YFVB0N

‘Their biggest win’ Tanisha Crasto & Dhruv Kapila beat fifth seeds to enter quarter-finals at World Championships

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Neeraj Chopra at Diamond League Final 2025: Preview, Entry List, Time, Venue, Live Streaming info – All you need to know

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South African influencer apologises over viral Russian job videos

There has been a backlash over the recruitment scheme and a government warning to young people. from BBC News https://ift.tt/nJO6lGe

Cook to sue Trump over order to fire her from Federal Reserve

The central bank governor says the US president "has no authority to do so" in defiance of Trump's escalatory move against the Fed. from BBC News https://ift.tt/g4SW8iT

Why Wasim Akram carried around a brick in his kit bag during county stint

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Mexico cartel leader 'El Mayo' enters guilty plea

Ismael "El Mayo" Zambada was arrested in July 2024, and is due to be sentenced in the coming months. from BBC News https://ift.tt/p7ylQjs

More than 30 jihadists killed in air strikes, Nigerian military says

Concern is mounting about "war-time levels of slaughter" in Nigeria, including a resurgence of jihadist activity. from BBC News https://ift.tt/OreMWV0

David Moyes thrilled for Grealish, who shines in Everton’s 2-0 win over Brighton

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Prison conduct, remorse and contraband: What we learned from Menendez parole hearings

Phones, candles and behaviour by the long-term US inmates factored into the refusal of their release. from BBC News https://ift.tt/L5fES9x

Hawaii's Kilauea volcano erupts creating lava fountain

Kilauea, on Hawaii's Big Island, started spewing fresh lava on 22 August, the Hawaiian Volcano Observatory said. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Ui9aSDd

What did Erik and Lyle Menendez do and when could they be released?

Lyle and Erik Menendez have been denied release by separate parole boards this week. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ZEbSqCM

Javelin and relay special focus events for LA Games: Indian chief athletics coach Radhakrishnan Nair

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New bodies found near site of Kenya's starvation cult burials

Nine bodies have been found in fresh graves near the site of the "Shakahola Forest Massacre". from BBC News https://ift.tt/X7VtLOo

Ukrainian held in Italy over Nord Stream gas pipelines blast mystery

German prosecutors say the man was in a group that planted explosives in the Baltic Sea. from BBC News https://ift.tt/icyYbeB

Why Donetsk matters so much for Ukraine's defences

For Ukraine to lose western Donetsk would mean the fall of a bulwark against any future Russian advance. from BBC News https://ift.tt/duL412G

Four key takeaways from Ukraine talks in Washington

Ukraine's President Zelensky managed to avoid another disastrous Oval Office meeting with Donald Trump. from BBC News https://ift.tt/hMWyfo8

‘Class and decency aren’t his strengths,’ ‘Always resort to personal attacks’: Kaneria slams Pakistan teammate Afridi, backs Irfan Pathan

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Sinquefield Cup 2025: Indians in action in GCT event, format, schedule, pairings, prize money – All you need to know

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'No-one was expecting this': European leaders rush to US to help Ukraine avoid 'capitulation'

The heads of state hope to stop Trump from threatening long-term European security, writes James Landale. from BBC News https://ift.tt/YK1zQJN

Trump posted a photo of me sitting by my tent - then a bulldozer arrived

DC's largest homeless encampment was destroyed after the president called for a crackdown. What happened to its residents? from BBC News https://ift.tt/yd3kLaM

Arsenal’s Riccardo Calafiori secures 1-0 win at Manchester United

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Macron condemns 'act of hatred' after tree memorial for murdered Jew is cut down

The French president said the felling of the tree honouring Ilan Halimi was "an attempt to kill him a second time". from BBC News https://ift.tt/u9fOdIB

Gazan woman flown to Italy dies of malnutrition

The woman was one of 180 Gazans evacuated by Italy in response to the humanitarian crisis from BBC News https://ift.tt/audIhT3

Watch: Moment Trump and Putin meet in Alaska for Ukraine talks

This is the moment Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin exchange handshakes as they meet for a summit in Alaska. from BBC News https://ift.tt/DXjSlZB

How Emiliano Martinez and Ronaldinho helped in convincing Messi to travel to India in December

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LA 2028 Olympics to break from tradition and sell naming rights for venues at Los Angeles Games

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‘Shubman Gill and India need Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli’: Suresh Raina says ‘no dependable No. 1 and 3 available’ in ODIs

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Aerial footage shows aftermath of massive train derailment in Texas

Video shows mangled train cars piled on top of each other on the tracks, as emergency crews attended the scene from BBC News https://ift.tt/wia2K7X

ISL limbo: AIFF calls for meeting between legal counsels of federation and clubs

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Europe expresses hope after call with Trump on Putin summit

European leaders are urging Trump to keep Ukraine and Europe's interests at the forefront when he meets Putin on Friday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/q65McW2

McGrath eyes back-to-back glory as ‘perfect prep’ has Aussie vice-captain hopeful for another ICC title

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Zelensky rules out ceding Donbas region as Russians make fresh advance

The Ukrainian leader was speaking ahead of a meeting between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin in Alaska on Friday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3KunOle

Clive Lloyd worried West Indies will be stuck in 2nd tier of WTC for ‘100 years’: ‘We have to stand up’

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Sunil Gavaskar questions Sachin Tendulkar, James Anderson absence during Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy presentation

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Bowen: Israeli settlers intensify campaign to drive out West Bank Palestinians

In the shadow of the Gaza war, violence is rising in the occupied territories as radical settlers seize land with the backing of the government. from BBC News https://ift.tt/CmMUSf1

Jubilant scenes but bumpy road ahead in post-Hasina Bangladesh

Bangladesh marked a year since Sheikh Hasina fled with promises of renewal, but little mention of its problems. from BBC News https://ift.tt/NWdXKvA

Sreeshankar Murali saves best for last, wins dramatic long jump at Indian Open World Athletics Continental Tour event in Bhubaneswar

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Watch: Palestinian and Israeli representatives address UN meeting

Riyad Mansour, Permanent Observer of Palestine to the UN, and Jonathan Miller, Deputy Permanent Representative for Israel to the UN, address a UN Security Council meeting. from BBC News https://ift.tt/vrxozX4

Putin gives Trump envoy award for CIA official's son killed fighting in Ukraine

Michael Gloss, 21, who was killed in Ukraine last year, was the son of Juliane Gallina, a CIA deputy director, from BBC News https://ift.tt/q6k1WZI

Putin gives Trump envoy award for CIA official's son killed fighting in Ukraine

Michael Gloss, 21, who was killed in Ukraine last year, was the son of Juliane Gallina, a CIA deputy director, from BBC News https://ift.tt/q6k1WZI

Teenager arrested after three shot in New York City's Times Square

An 18-year-old woman grazed by a bullet in the neck was among the injured as gunfire rang out. from BBC News https://ift.tt/OyR2SWK

Egyptian superstar Mo Salah questions UEFA post on the death of footballer nicknamed ‘Palestinian Pele’

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US offers $50m reward for arrest of Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro

A reward for information leading to the capture of Maduro, who the US accuses of drug trafficking, has been doubled. from BBC News https://ift.tt/jIDEiYH

Six dead in Kenya medical small plane crash, official says

The plane lost signal just three minutes after take off according to the Kenya Civil Aviation Authority. from BBC News https://ift.tt/VYUagx7

United Airlines passengers in US delayed after tech glitch halts flights

The company said late on Wednesday that its flights were no longer grounded, but that disruption was ongoing. from BBC News https://ift.tt/y7TM23I

Sanju Samson looks to exit Rajasthan Royals; CSK ears prick up

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‘I was never the villain, I was made into one’: Oval pitch curator who irked Gautam Gambhir after epic India vs England encounter

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Bear chases hockey mascot during photoshoot

The Seattle Kraken mascot, who was filming a promotional video with team forward John Hayden, safely escaped the encounter. from BBC News https://ift.tt/mH2gknf

How a Texas showdown could reshape Congress - and Trump's presidency

A dramatic redistricting fight could spread to other states before next year's crucial midterm elections. from BBC News https://ift.tt/df1hOze

What’s next after India’s England tour? India’s future tour programs, cricket schedule till 2027

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Irish missionary and child, 3, among nine kidnapped from Haiti orphanage

Gena Heraty and a three-year-old child were taken in the middle of the night in a "planned act", officials say. from BBC News https://ift.tt/bMjVw92

Democrats flee Texas to block Republican redistricting map backed by Trump

The redistricting would create five new Republican-leaning seats in the US House of Representatives. from BBC News https://ift.tt/puHzoL7

Sunil Chhetri among those affected as Bengaluru FC suspends first-team salaries ‘indefinitely’ amid ISL uncertainty; urges AIFF, FSDL to ‘end this impasse’

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IND vs ENG: Mohammed Siraj may be overshadowed by Jasprit Bumrah’s singular genius, but in England he proved value of relentlessness

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Antim, Manisha shine at World Wrestling Championships trials; Vaishanvi has a breakthrough day to remember

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“I like the extra responsibility when Jassi bhai isn’t around”: Mohammed Siraj on filling in for Bumrah as India’s spearhead

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Chess grandmaster Carlsen wins at Esports World Cup

World number one Magnus Carlsen takes home $250,000 (£188,000) for winning the online competition. from BBC News https://ift.tt/afgH6sd

Glenn McGrath says what Jasprit Bumrah does is ‘tough on body’, needs an ‘off-season to manage workload’

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More than 30 killed in nursing home hit by Beijing floods

Local officials admit "loopholes in emergency planning" and say the incident is a painful lesson that serves as "a wake-up call". from BBC News https://ift.tt/6aMqg2x

IND vs ENG: How Karun Nair with his guts and defiance proved packing an extra man was worth it

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Macau Open badminton: Satwik-Chirag survive scare, save match point to enter quarterfinals; Lakshya Sen also through in three

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IPL franchises make forray into England’s The Hundred

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What does recognising a Palestinian state mean?

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has announced that the UK will recognise a Palestinian state in September unless Israel meets certain conditions. from BBC News https://ift.tt/tLNxbK4

Human dignity must be protected from rise of AI, Pope says

The pontiff warns about emerging technologies during the Vatican's first Mass for social media influencers. from BBC News https://ift.tt/h4TpwHZ

England vs India: Lack of trust in No 3 and wicket-keepers behind leaving out Kuldeep Yadav from playing XI

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FIDE Women’s Chess World Cup: Divya Deshmukh combines meticulous strategy and unshakeable confidence

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Nigeria kidnappers kill 35 hostages even after ransom paid

They were put to death despite ransoms being paid for their release, a local official told the BBC. from BBC News https://ift.tt/KpiGEZR

‘Would they have walked off?’: Gautam Gambhir reacts to Ben Stokes vs India handshake controversy

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Tejaswin Shankar breaks Decathlon national record again, takes Asian lead

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Several reported killed in German train derailment

German media report deaths and injuries in crash near Stuttgart, south-west Germany. from BBC News https://ift.tt/rebo0z2

‘What do you expect from a debutant, that he should take 10 wickets?’: Kapil Dev extends support to Anshul Kamboj after underwhelming debut in Manchester Test

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Canadian wildfires prompt New York air quality alert

Authorities warn air quality is 'unhealthy for sensitive groups' in many parts of New York state on Saturday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/21XNwP6

With his classic 150, Joe Root uproots India’s hopes in Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy

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Watch: Protesters pack Tel Aviv square to demand Gaza ceasefire

Demonstrators urged Isreal's leaders to end the war and bring back the hostages. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Jxa3gNy

Declan Rice defends new teammate Noni Madueke from critics; says he will “shock a lot of people”

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Blood, sweat and tears: Look back at the highs and lows of Hulk Hogan

The all-American hero of wrestling also had a Hollywood career and was one of Donald Trump's biggest fans. from BBC News https://ift.tt/pe8g6ON

Ten workers killed battling wildfires in Turkey

Forestry workers and rescuers were trapped by fire following a change in the wind direction. from BBC News https://ift.tt/GZhsJyU

England forward Marcus Rashford joins Barcelona on loan from Manchester United

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Wild life of Ozzy Osbourne, rock's 'prince of darkness'

The singer helped invent both heavy metal and the image of the wild rock star, before unlikely reality TV fame. from BBC News https://ift.tt/nAs6CUy

Divya Deshmukh’s emergence and Koneru Humpy’s resurgence: 2 takeaways for Indian chess evident at FIDE World Cup

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England vs India: ‘Emotional’ Mohammed Siraj took a while to get over Lord’s heartbreak, but ready to give his all again at Old Trafford

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Malcolm-Jamal Warner, The Cosby Show star, dies aged 54

Warner drowned on Sunday while on vacation in Costa Rica, US media reports. from BBC News https://ift.tt/j2PRhCo

Watch: At the final checkpoint before the 'dangerous' road to Suweida city

Government forces say it is too dangerous for journalists and aid trucks to enter Suweida city. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Dgsrwft

British woman dies after rafting incident in French Alps

The woman fell from her raft in Briancon and was later found on a riverbank in a serious condition. from BBC News https://ift.tt/zK2TyRN

England vs India: Meet Alex – autograph-hunter in age of selfie-seekers who has 3 garages at home stocked with his treasures

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Ukraine seeks new round of talks with Russia

The offer comes amid renewed fighting and seeks to resume negotiations that were halted in early June. from BBC News https://ift.tt/BJwU8Sg

Obstructing the field controversy at Lord’s: Was Tammy Beaumont out in the 2nd ODI against India? Here’s the law

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Why Prada – and other luxury brands – keep getting India wrong

A controversy involving Prada has put the spotlight on how global fashion giants engage with India. from BBC News https://ift.tt/gEMT9wb

Trump sues Murdoch for libel over Jeffrey Epstein letter story

Trump had threatened to force Murdoch to "testify in my lawsuit against him and his 'pile of garbage' newspaper". from BBC News https://ift.tt/wdlvE6b

El Salvador and US negotiate prisoner swap with Venezuela

Some 250 Venezuelans deported from the US to El Salvador will be exchanged for 10 Americans held in Caracas, according to officials. from BBC News https://ift.tt/XKjsJ2U

Citizen Kane sled saved from destruction sells for nearly $15m

It is one of at least three wooden sleds made for the filming of the classic 1941 film. from BBC News https://ift.tt/6Uk8yJG

Quick analysis: How Praggnanandhaa beat Magnus Carlsen at Las Vegas Freestyle event

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British spies and SAS named in Afghan data breach

The personal details of spies and soldiers were included in a data leak that also named 19,000 Afghans. from BBC News https://ift.tt/jdiIqMS

Trump's Epstein strategy could pit him against loyal supporters

In defending how his administration is handling supposed files on Jeffrey Epstein, he said "stupid" Republicans fell for a hoax. from BBC News https://ift.tt/CsfVup0

Windies allrounder Andre Russell set to retire from international cricket after playing 2 T20Is vs Australia

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Fire engulfs main stage of Tomorrowland festival, two days before opening

Footage on social media shows flames ravaging the Belgian festival's main stage, just two days before it opens. from BBC News https://ift.tt/CdHJ4LQ

WATCH: Harleen Deol makes blunder while running between the wickets, dismissed in bizarre fashion in 1st IND vs ENG ODI

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Trump claims tariff deal with Indonesia

Trump says the US will lower its tariffs threatened on goods from Indonesia to 19% from a planned 32%. from BBC News https://ift.tt/vGpgZSe

French PM looks to scrap two public holidays in bold bid to cut national debt

MPs will vote on François Bayrou's budget plan in the autumn, in a moment of high risk for the government. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ogWGI7Z

Koneru Humpy, Divya Deshmukh and Co causing the latest tremors of Indian earthquake in chess at FIDE Women’s World Cup

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England spinner Shoaib Bashir ruled out of remainder of IND vs ENG series

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Shubman Gill provides update on Rishabh Pant’s injury, reveals his status for 4th Test in Manchester

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Trump threatens Russia with tariffs while unveiling new Ukraine weapons plan

Under the new plan, the US will sell weapons to Nato countries who will send them to Ukraine. from BBC News https://ift.tt/YQwh3C8

RSF storms cattle market and prison in 'death trap' Sudanese city

It is the first time RSF fighters have entered el-Fasher in such numbers since a siege began in May 2024. from BBC News https://ift.tt/iX3HnSG

Jannik Sinner vanquishes Carlos Alcaraz to win maiden Wimbledon title, avenges record French Open final heartbreak

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The mushroom killer was obsessed with true crime. Now true crime fans are obsessed with her

A jury found Erin Patterson guilty on all charges - but the frenzy of speculation has only intensified. from BBC News https://ift.tt/bvBPoWH

Lord’s Test a one-innings shootout after day of blood, bruises and a heated exchange; Jadeja shines with gritty knock

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Last-over controversy: ‘Don’t like the acting from Shubman Gill’ – Jonathan Trott, former England batsman, criticises Indian captain

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BBC correspondent explains the role of fuel switches

The BBC's Theo Leggett explains that the two switches were moved which caused the crash from BBC News https://ift.tt/WeNDJGx

Trump surveys damage in Texas as search continues for 160 missing

At least 120 were killed when flash flooding devastated areas in central Texas last week. from BBC News https://ift.tt/q1Znsb6

India vs England: Day Two at Lord’s was an ode to the old-school notes of Test cricket

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Another SinCaraz final: Novak Djokovic pummelled by Jannik Sinner at Wimbledon, who sets up another blockbuster clash with Carlos Alcaraz

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IND vs ENG | Day Root-ed in tradition: Lord’s Test begins with a vintage feel as England grind it out on tricky surface

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Semenya's right to a fair hearing violated - ECHR

Double Olympic champion Caster Semenya wins a partial victory at the European Court of Human Rights in her long legal battle over athletics' sex eligibility rules. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ts3NH8l

South Korea's ex-president Yoon Suk Yeol rearrested

Yoon is in detention for a second time over his failed martial law declaration last year. from BBC News https://ift.tt/5iFzHTu

Vantika Agrawal beats former women’s world champion Anna Ushenina to take 1-0 lead at FIDE Women’s World Cup

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Greece suspends asylum applications for migrants from North Africa

The temporary measures come as Crete grapples with a 350% increase in arrivals compared to last year. from BBC News https://ift.tt/D1exlcH

Russian minister's death serves as warning to political elite

President Putin sacked his transport minister. Hours later, his body was found in a park with a gunshot wound to the head. from BBC News https://ift.tt/cOuszrV

Wimbledon: Faulty electronic line call hits again; Fritz, Khachanov forced to replay point

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Diogo Jota was possibly driving above speed limit when he crashed, says Spanish Police

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From India to Britain and back: The cartoonist who fought censors with a smile

Abu Abraham’s sharp cartoons exposed power’s excesses during India’s 1975 Emergency crackdown. from BBC News https://ift.tt/HAzBqW8

Trump announces 25% tariffs on South Korea and Japan

But Trump says US will start collecting the tariffs on 1 August - delaying his Liberation Day tariffs again. from BBC News https://ift.tt/dBSTRtb

Trump accuses Brazil of 'witch hunt' against Bolsonaro

The former Brazilian president is on trial for his role in an alleged attempted coup, which he denies. from BBC News https://ift.tt/iDlQIUW

India first Asian team to breach ‘fortress’ Edgbaston

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A girls' summer camp cut short by deadly disaster

Camp Mystic, where young girls were having the "time of their life" just days ago, is now the site of one of the deadliest disasters. from BBC News https://ift.tt/xv3gR4X

Key suspect arrested in shooting of Colombia senator

Police say Élder Arteaga masterminded the attempt on the life of presidential hopeful Miguel Uribe in June. from BBC News https://ift.tt/yCPgbd6

Gukesh loses 7 out of 9 blitz games, drops to third spot

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Footballers and family lay flowers at funeral of Diogo Jota and André Silva

Jota, 28, was laid to rest alongside his brother, Silva, 25, after they died in a car crash on Thursday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/46EnhjK

Centurions Jamie Smith and Harry Brook offer a peep into Bazball 2.0

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Several killed as flash flooding hits central Texas

Others are missing following "catastrophic flooding" in several areas, authorities say. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ZDiwbT2

Dozens killed in Gaza as Israel intensifies bombardment, rescuers say

Many children and women were reportedly among those killed when a school in Gaza City and a tent in al-Mawasi were hit. from BBC News https://ift.tt/HUi0eoT

IND vs ENG 2nd Test: Shubman Gill records highest score by an Indian captain

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Gaza hospital director killed in Israeli strike, Hamas-run health ministry says

Dr Marwan Sultan was killed along with several family members in a strike on his home, the health ministry says. from BBC News https://ift.tt/YZtvByK

Ancient Egyptian history may be rewritten by DNA bone test

A DNA bone test on a man who lived 4,500 years ago sheds new light on the rise of Ancient Egypt. from BBC News https://ift.tt/LNleEWg

IND vs ENG 2nd Test, Day One, Edgbaston: With grit and wit, captain Shubman Gill keeps India’s ship afloat through rough seas

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U19 ODI: Record-breaking Vaibhav Suryavanshi helps India colts beat England by 4 wkts

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How 'blood gold' is fuelling conflict in West Africa

Gold appears to be a lifeline for military juntas and jihadist groups in the Sahel region, analysts say. from BBC News https://ift.tt/jSsXhkd

Will Dalai Lama reveal succession plan as he turns 90?

The exiled spiritual head of Tibetan Buddhism is due to release a video message in his birthday week. from BBC News https://ift.tt/rS6dn4R

‘England will be very, very happy if Jasprit Bumrah plays only three Tests’: Ian Bell

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World Test champs South Africa unleash next generation tempests, Kwena Maphaka and Cody Yusuf on Zimbabwe

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Despite defeat in US Open badminton final, Tanvi Sharma shows enough promise of carrying Sindhu-Saina legacy

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Police identify 20-year-old suspect in Idaho firefighter ambush

20-year-old Wess Roley deliberately lit a fire to lure first responders to a mountainous area near Coeur d'Alene, the BBC's US partner CBS News reports. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ZaBfiJh

Thousands in Norway told they won up to millions in lottery error

Norsk Tipping's CEO resigned a day after thousands received incorrect notifications, some saying they had become millionaires. from BBC News https://ift.tt/xJrVml2

Praggnanandhaa interview: ‘I don’t think I’m trying to prove anything to anyone. I just like playing chess’

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Israel orders evacuations in northern Gaza as Trump pushes for ceasefire

At least 86 people were killed as the result of Israeli attacks in the 24 hours before midday Sunday, the Hamas-run health ministry said. from BBC News https://ift.tt/vp1aD5y

'Proud to be gay': K-pop star on coming out to the world

Only a handful of K-pop artists have come out as gay, but none as publicly as Bain. Is this a turning point? from BBC News https://ift.tt/QNP0pB4

At least 81 people killed in Israeli strikes in Gaza, Hamas-run health ministry says

Hospital staff and witnesses said at least 11 people were killed after a strike near tents housing displaced people on Friday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/jibgZGX

Why India’s batting coach Sitanshu Kotak is still admired at Kenilworth Wardens Cricket Club

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GHF boss defends Gaza aid operation after hundreds of Palestinians killed near sites

The Hamas-run health ministry says more than 500 Palestinians have been killed since the GHF took over aid distribution. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1rKEjqY

Son of Norway's crown princess suspected of rape, police say

The 28-year-old, who does not have a royal title, has denied the three rape allegations. from BBC News https://ift.tt/bQ87rpI

Four tiebreaks, three titles: Story of Praggnanandhaa’s barnstorming 2025

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Faith Kipyegon’s Breaking4: Kenyan superstar misses out on breaking 4-minute mile barrier but says ‘it’s a matter of time’

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IOC pauses process to select 2036 Olympics host for which India is a major contender

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Armenia's PM offers to expose himself in escalating Church row

The bitter standoff between Nikol Pashinyan and the Church has seen arrests and an alleged coup plot. from BBC News https://ift.tt/KFLJba1

Sholay: Bollywood epic roars back to big screen after 50 years with new ending

Fifty years on, Sholay - arguably Hindi cinema’s most iconic film - makes a spectacular return. from BBC News https://ift.tt/u4PIXbm

'I can see it's upsetting' - Trump asks BBC Ukrainian reporter about her family

The US president asks Myroslava Petsa about her husband on the frontline after she asks him about supplying air defences to Ukraine. from BBC News https://ift.tt/yOsCd8Z

Arshad Nadeem says he’s focusing on World Athletics Championships in Tokyo

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At least 16 killed as Kenya protesters battle police, rights group says

Thousands of people march across the country against President William Ruto's government. from BBC News https://ift.tt/GC1QbdD

Russian naval ship 'disguised' itself while passing through English Channel

The Boikiy emitted a fake ID signal while sailing through the waterway alongside two sanctioned oil tankers. from BBC News https://ift.tt/21tHfoN

Watch: Lorry driver trapped in cabin after China bridge collapse

Local authorities said the driver was rescued with no injuries after heavy rainfall caused landslides in the region. from BBC News https://ift.tt/2ZeSwmE

Neeraj Chopra at Ostrava Golden Spike 2025 Live Streaming Online: Neeraj to face Rio 2016 champion Thomas Rohler with legend Jan Zelezny watching

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Florence's Uffizi tears into selfie-takers after priceless portrait damaged

The museum says it will impose restrictions on selfie-taking in the future. from BBC News https://ift.tt/uGyV1MK

Dilip Doshi obituary: Melbourne 1981 Test win against Australia was his ‘greatest cricketing moment’

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Sukhjeet Singh shines, Harmanpreet Singh scores late as India end Pro League with a win to snap losing streak

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Watch: The US has joined the Iran-Israel war. What happens now?

The BBC's world news correspondent Joe Inwood answers three key questions after the US strikes in Iran. from BBC News https://ift.tt/noiANbD

Hockey: Deepika scores again but India’s relegation woes deepen after 5-1 thrashing by Belgium

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Minnesota shootings suspect was a 'prepper', FBI says

After shooting two local politicians, Vance Boelter texted his wife "prepare for war", say investigators. from BBC News https://ift.tt/fmv8oh5

Tristan Tate faces probe over alleged Romanian election interference

Tate, 36, is the younger brother of controversial influencer Andrew Tate. from BBC News https://ift.tt/DlGO0Cs

Shubman Gill takes captaincy in his stride with risk-free defense and assured strokeplay

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Hurricane Erick hits Mexico resort towns killing two

Video shows communities in the affected areas dealing with flood waters and a messy clean-up. from BBC News https://ift.tt/dzLgosq

Trump ends funding for LGBTQ youth option on national suicide hotline

The Trevor Project, an organisation involved in the service, called the change "incomprehensible". from BBC News https://ift.tt/RkLjSB0

Leeds Test preview: With Kuldeep Yadav toiling hard in the nets, and dry conditions expected, will India be tempted to take a punt?

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'They sang about my family's death': Father's anger exposes divide in Israeli society

An Iranian missile killed Kasem's family in an Arab-majority town in Israel. The response shone a light on deep social issues. from BBC News https://ift.tt/mqKV2sI

Watch: How Trump looms over G7 despite early departure

The BBC's James Landale highlights the role of the US president at the summit as the conflict in the Middle East overshadows the gathering. from BBC News https://ift.tt/jvzPKYN

Watch: Virginia police find alligator outside motel

The reptile was found just 20 minutes south of Washington DC. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Cy9EfYJ

Hockey: Case of missed opportunities for Salima Tete and Co as Agustina Gorzelany’s hat-trick powers Argentina to 4-1 win

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'Don't let beautiful Tehran become Gaza': Iranians tell of shock and confusion

Iranians say they are caught between their country's regime and Israeli destruction as the conflict intensifies. from BBC News https://ift.tt/aAd1g7i

What is the ‘No DNA, just RSA’ catchphrase that accompanies South Africa’s sporting triumph

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‘He said if I break the world record we can party’: Mondo Duplantis sets Usain Bolt meet after 12th pole vault WR in Stockholm

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Minnesota assassination survivor and husband shot 17 times

Yvette Hoffman says she was shot eight times and her husband nine. The gunman is still at large. from BBC News https://ift.tt/JpQrZRv

The reality behind Trump's incredible investment claims

The president's impact on investment in the US is far more incremental than he has claimed. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Q1uiBpE

'Nowhere feels safe': Iranians on life under Israeli attacks

Some of those in Iran who have spoken to the BBC use one word to describe life in there right now. from BBC News https://ift.tt/iXrvTAU

The women at the centre of Somalia's construction boom

Mogadishu's rapid expansion after decades of war is giving unexpected opportunities in a male-dominated society. from BBC News https://ift.tt/EOJP1al

With Arjun Erigaisi as their star player and a strong Indian presence, Team MGD1 wins FIDE World Rapid Team Championship 2025

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Museum's plea after couple break crystal-covered chair

An Italian museum says the special chair has since been restored, but the culprits haven't been found. from BBC News https://ift.tt/kUuDe5V

Despite sore hamstring, captain Temba Bavuma keeps his end of bargain in WTC final

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WTC Final: A ton worth the tonne for Aiden Markram and South Africa

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Wimbledon announces increase in prize money amid players’ push for greater share of profits

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Dramatic finish sees Jugraj Singh miss penalty stroke, India suffer fourth straight defeat in Pro League hockey

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WTC Final, Day 1: After Kagiso Radada’s elite bowling and Steve Smith’s gritty batting, Aussie quicks put South Africa on the backfoot

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'Playing piano and singing takes me to another world' - Brian Wilson

The late Beach Boys co-creator spoke to the BBC's David Silitto in 2011 and looked back at his career. from BBC News https://ift.tt/PRjk5Hw

Watch: Austria in shock after school shooting in 'safe and peaceful place'

The BBC's Bethany Bell visited the scene in Graz, after ten people were killed in a school shooting. from BBC News https://ift.tt/APJS65e

The 9.8 scourge returns to haunt Elavenil Valarivan as she settles for bronze at Munich shooting World Cup

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Carlos Alcaraz, Jannik Sinner showcase unsubtle art of never backing off in exhilarating French Open final

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Italy fires Spalletti amid prospect it could fail to qualify for 3rd straight World Cup

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Israel warns it will stop aid flotilla heading for Gaza

Israel's defence minister says climate protester Greta Thunberg and others on board are "Hamas propaganda spokespeople". from BBC News https://ift.tt/xm5w2LF

England A vs Indians: Yashasvi Jaiswal a worry with second successive failure in last tour game before Test

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How India's 'biggest art deal' buried MF Husain masterpieces in a bank vault

The paintings are set to go up for auction for the first time on 12 June in India's financial capital, Mumbai. from BBC News https://ift.tt/FVwnjx0

Trump says relationship with Musk is over

The US president says Musk has been "very disrespectful" and he has no interest in mending ties with the tech billionaire. from BBC News https://ift.tt/fd1SLr6

French Open: Aryna Sabalenka looking forward to ‘Tequila, gummy bears and swimming’ in Mykonos after ‘worst final in my career’

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In a first, four Indian chess players in the top 10 rankings

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How Trump and Musk are still linked - despite falling out

Political contributions, government contracts and staff with divided loyalties mean the fallout may have only just begun. from BBC News https://ift.tt/cGQLIvB

Police search for Washington man accused of killing his 3 daughters

Travis Decker is believed to be using his outdoor survival skills to hide in a remote part of Washington state. from BBC News https://ift.tt/pPj5gzU

Indonesia Open: Satwik-Chirag survive litany of errors, clutch up in end game to reach last eight

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Three journalists among five killed in Israeli strike on Gaza hospital

The Anglican Church, which runs al-Ahli hospital, condemns the attack that Israel says targeted a Palestinian Islamic Jihad operative. from BBC News https://ift.tt/nGgNqPl

Saudi Arabia seeks to prevent heat deaths as Hajj pilgrimage begins

The kingdom has installed hundreds of coolers and cracked down on unregistered Muslim pilgrims, after 1,300 people died last year. from BBC News https://ift.tt/BHSbkKD

Tanzania announces shutdown of X because of pornography

The content is contrary to the nation's "laws, culture, customs, and traditions", the information minister says. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Qr5Pt8J

Norway Chess Women: Vaishali Rameshbabu takes down women’s world champion; Koneru Humpy surges into lead

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RCB win IPL 2025: Rajat Patidar, the soft-spoken man of steel, who leads RCB to their first ever title

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Watch: BBC on the ground in Seoul as new president is announced

Opposition's Lee Jae-myung will become South Korea's next president, winning the country's first election since impeachment chaos. from BBC News https://ift.tt/KqslL84

Three things to know about South Korea's snap election

South Korea is voting for a new leader after the former president was impeached for imposing martial law. from BBC News https://ift.tt/KE8Wa4T

UN calls for investigation into killings near Gaza aid distribution site

Antonio Guterres says he is "appalled" by reports of Palestinians being killed and injured while seeking aid in Gaza. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7uYTfeS

Dhruv Jurel scores second fifty, Jaiswal, Easwaran get some runs against England Lions

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How Ukraine carried out daring 'Spider Web' attack on Russian bombers

On 1 June, more than 100 Ukrainian drones struck strategic targets deep into Russia in an elaborate and audacious operation. from BBC News https://ift.tt/SNFvl79

IPL Qualifier 2: Shreyas Iyer plays captain’s knock as Punjab Kings defeat Mumbai Indians to punch tickets to final

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A fist bang, an apology, and a famous win: How world champion Gukesh defeated Magnus Carlsen

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India A vs England Lions: Mukesh 3-for, Sarfaraz blinder the highlights on an otherwise day of struggles for Indians

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Desperate Housewives star Valerie Mahaffey dies aged 71

The star died in California on Friday after being diagnosed with cancer, her publicist says. from BBC News https://ift.tt/cnQCwpq

Singapore Open: Satwik-Chirag go down in three games against nemesis Chia-Soh but take away positives on comeback from break

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French scientist behind abortion pill dies aged 98

Etienne-Emile Baulieu created the pill to give women a safe alternative to surgical abortion. from BBC News https://ift.tt/I95BsTl

Cowboy hats, leather boots: At Norway Chess games, grandmasters wander out of comfort zone of 64 squares on rest day

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Macron warns the West could lose credibility over Ukraine and Gaza wars

The French president spoke at the Shangri-la Dialogue, a high-level Asia defence summit in Singapore. from BBC News https://ift.tt/uka4bf2

Singapore Open badminton: After hard-fought 2nd round win, Satwik-Chirag brace for stern test from new world No 1 pair

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Trial of Maradona's medical team collapses

It was found that a judge involved in the case had taken part in a show about the trial. from BBC News https://ift.tt/WafNn3t

Giant of African literature Ngũgĩ wa Thiong'o dies aged 87

The Kenyan author sent shockwaves through African literature by refusing to write in English. from BBC News https://ift.tt/kw7HlKF

Asian Athletics Championships: Jolt in javelin denies Tejaswin Shankar decathlon gold

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IPL 2025 Playoffs: Check out fixtures and schedule after group stage concludes

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Russia's advance in Ukraine's north east may be bid to create 'buffer zone'

The advance may be linked to Moscow's attempts to create "buffer zones" along the border, Ukrainian regional authorities say. from BBC News https://ift.tt/yVWLNig

IPL Points Table 2025 After PBKS vs MI: Punjab Kings seal spot in top 2

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Far-right marchers attack Palestinians as Israel marks taking of Jerusalem

Israeli opposition leaders condemned attacks on Palestinians as "racist" and a disgrace to Judaism. from BBC News https://ift.tt/5YFaqQt

US arrests man for allegedly trying to firebomb embassy in Israel

Officials say a 28-year-old with US citizenship had Molotov cocktails in his backpack and called for "death to America". from BBC News https://ift.tt/RxJ1Mmu

Watch: Rafael Nadal breaks down as French Open pays emotional tribute to its record winner

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IPL Points Table 2025 After PBKS vs DC: Delhi Capitals finish campaign on high with win over Punjab Kings

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DR Congo ex-leader lashes out after immunity lifted for treason charges

Joseph Kabila made the remarks in a 45-minute speech live on YouTube from an unspecified location. from BBC News https://ift.tt/t7rLwac

IPL Points Table 2025 After RCB vs SRH: Royal Challengers Bengaluru go 3rd after defeat to Sunrisers Hyderabad

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Legendary photographer Sebastião Salgado dies at 81

He was known for dramatic and unflinching black-and-white images of hardship, conflict and natural beauty. from BBC News https://ift.tt/9zcaLud

IPL Points Table 2025 After GT vs LSG game: Gujarat Titans’ hopes of top-2 finish take a beating

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Trump administration ends Harvard's ability to enrol international students

The move escalates the administration's row with America's oldest university over hiring, admissions and teaching practices. from BBC News https://ift.tt/B6FS4XI

Denmark to raise retirement age to highest in Europe

From 2040, Danish people born after 31 December 1970 will be eligible to retire at 70 years old. from BBC News https://ift.tt/IXbAxcK

Anti-Hamas protests in southern Gaza enter third day

Protesters were seen in videos calling for an end to the war and the removal of the armed group from Gaza from BBC News https://ift.tt/6FB9bKc

IPL Points Table 2025 After MI vs DC: Mumbai Indians take final playoff spot

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Watch moment Trump ambushes Ramaphosa with video

In an extraordinary Oval Office meeting, Trump pressed Cyril Ramaphosa on widely discredited claims of a white genocide in South Africa. from BBC News https://ift.tt/DZQzath

IPL Points Table 2025 After CSK vs RR: Rajasthan Royals come up trumps as Chennai Super Kings stay rooted at the bottom

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French paedophile surgeon says he is 'responsible' for deaths of two victims

Joel Le Scouarnec, who has been on trial since February, has admitted to sexually abusing hundreds of patients. from BBC News https://ift.tt/RaUvWsG

Who are the winners and losers from the UK-EU agreement?

A deal between the UK and European Union (EU) has been agreed at a post-Brexit leaders summit in London. from BBC News https://ift.tt/r8zoAmc

Digvesh Rathi gets Abhishek Sharma’s wicket… then gets under his skin with send off: a blow-by-blow account of drama

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Joe Biden diagnosed with 'aggressive' prostate cancer

Biden, 82, was diagnosed on Friday after seeing a doctor for urinary symptoms, his office said. from BBC News https://ift.tt/IdiPmeQ

US officials investigating fatal Mexican Navy ship crash

Authorities are examining the site in New York to determine how the collision, which killed two, occurred. from BBC News https://ift.tt/deQnWh1

IPL Points Table 2025 After DC vs GT: Gujarat Titans, Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Punjab Kings all qualify for playoffs

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Police investigate fatal explosion near fertility clinic in Palm Springs

No one from a nearby fertility clinic was harmed, but one person was killed and several were injured. from BBC News https://ift.tt/qIPJpmn

Five killed after helicopters collide in Finland

Police have not confirmed the number of deaths but said there were five people on board in total. from BBC News https://ift.tt/SHWnN51

Crystal Palace’s Eze seals historic FA Cup final win against Man City

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Trump says he will call Putin on Monday to discuss stopping Ukraine 'bloodbath'

The US president said he would also talk to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, and Nato leaders. from BBC News https://ift.tt/AcXYfgR

Neeraj Chopra’s 90m dream achieved: On ‘bittersweet’ night, Neeraj hopes it is just the beginning for bigger throws

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Shock in Sweden at death of diplomat questioned for spying

The man, described as a high-ranking diplomat, was arrested on Sunday and released on Wednesday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/GQ1Jt3C

Chris Brown arrested over alleged bottle attack

The singer was taken into custody in Manchester over an alleged altercation at a Mayfair nightclub. from BBC News https://ift.tt/dv9gHfu

Seventeen arrest warrants issued over Bangkok skyscraper collapse

The State Audit Office tower collapsed when Bangkok was hit by tremors of a massive earthquake in Myanmar. from BBC News https://ift.tt/sopFynd

‘When you’re mentally fried and overcooked…’: Ravi Shastri on Virat Kohli’s retirement decision

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Ukraine to attend peace talks as US says Trump and Putin needed for breakthrough

Marco Rubio says the "only way we’re going to have a breakthrough here is between President Trump and President Putin". from BBC News https://ift.tt/4DIAQef

BBC’s main soccer presenter Lineker issues apology after sharing ‘antisemitic’ social media post

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Scared and malnourished - footage from Gaza shows plight of children and aftermath of Israeli strike

Israel says it targeted top Hamas militants hiding among civilians at the Khan Younis hospital. from BBC News https://ift.tt/YSucz8D

Zambia warns diplomats after US reveals 'systematic' aid theft

The foreign minister says raising concerns publicly amounts to interference in domestic affairs. from BBC News https://ift.tt/GskJIf4

'This is my closure': Emotional Kim Kardashian shares fears and forgives robber in court

The celebrity businesswoman grew tearful as she gave evidence in the trial of 10 people accused of robbing her at gunpoint. from BBC News https://ift.tt/8xTVFKH

What Trump does next on Ukraine is key - and he could go either way

Neither Putin nor Zelensky want to be seen by Trump as the obstacle to peace, writes Frank Gardner. from BBC News https://ift.tt/HNOVEsj

Which IPL franchise had the best farewell post for Virat Kohli?

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Israeli-American hostage Edan Alexander released by Hamas in Gaza

The 21-year-old is the first hostage to be released since a ceasefire came to an end in March. from BBC News https://ift.tt/yLFqeHn

Scepticism and cautious hope as PKK takes historic step to disband

There are calls for an amnesty for PKK prisoners, after the end of its 40-year insurgency against Turkey. from BBC News https://ift.tt/PqkUn0V

Parth Salunkhe settled for bronze as pressure of making finals triggers a 7, when needing 10

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Trump to receive luxury jet for Air Force One from Qatar

The aircraft is intended for use as a presidential plane, which will then be donated to Trump's library. from BBC News https://ift.tt/P3niLOI

How to win Eurovision, according to the experts

Eurovision songwriters, judges and more discuss crafting the ideal anthem. from BBC News https://ift.tt/BGvLCby

India and Pakistan accuse each other of 'violations' after ceasefire deal

Delhi and Islamabad accused each other of breaching a ceasefire brokered after four days of cross-border attacks. from BBC News https://ift.tt/tQXaMrc

Archery World Cup: Madhura Dhamangaonkar makes dream comeback after technique tweaks, bags three medals in Shanghai

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Virat Kohli tells BCCI he wants to retire from Test cricket

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Mercenary and coup plotter Simon Mann dies

He was arrested in 2004 after being part of a failed coup to overthrow Equatorial Guinea's ruler. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Y65IcVg

Turkish Tufts University student Rumeysa Ozturk to be released

Her arrest follows the White House's crackdown on what it has classified as antisemitism on US campuses. from BBC News https://ift.tt/rdaxNB1

IPL Points Table 2025 After PBKS vs DC: Punjab Kings and Delhi Capitals share a point each after match is abandoned

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Watch Pope Leo XIV's first public address - in full

Speaking from the Vatican balcony just after being unveiled as the new pontiff, he paid tribute to his predecessor and called for unity. from BBC News https://ift.tt/dm6E98p

Operation Sindoor: IPL matches in Dharamsala set to go ahead as per plan for now, says league chairperson Arun Dhumal

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Israeli strikes on Gaza restaurant and market kill 33, health ministry says

The restaurant in Gaza City's Rimal neighbourhood had been recently been operating a community kitchen. from BBC News https://ift.tt/bIB6Zse

South African opposition politician hits out after failing to get UK visa

The UK Home Office was unable to process Julius Malema's application in time for his trip, the High Commission says. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Re0yIC7

French hunter given suspended sentence for killing protected bear

The 81-year-old man said he had no choice but to shoot the animal after it attacked him during a hunt. from BBC News https://ift.tt/V6bktBn

IPL 2025 Orange Cap race: Suryakumar Yadav ahead of Sai Sudharsan by one run after MI vs GT game

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Sun sets on Hyderabad as rains undo Pat Cummins’ stormy spell

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Ukraine claims strike in Russia's Kursk amid reports of fresh incursion

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Watch: How Lady Gaga's record-breaking concert almost ended in disaster

A large-scale bomb attack was thwarted by police before Gaga's first concert in Brazil since 2012. from BBC News https://ift.tt/UExsh9m

Trump says he won't seek a third term

'This is not something I'm looking to do,' Trump says about speculation he may run again in 2028. from BBC News https://ift.tt/9bCr3xs

Prabhsimran Singh turns dasher of Dhauladhar to build Punjab’s mountain of runs

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Fears of global instability drive Singapore voters into ruling party's arms

The People's Action Party won by a landslide in an election dominated by concerns over the cost of living and the economy. from BBC News https://ift.tt/yMCgEcT

IPL Points Table 2025 After RCB vs CSK: Royal Challengers Bengaluru go top of the table after defeating Chennai Super Kings

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North Korea: First road bridge to Russia 'significant' development

The announcement comes after North Korea confirmed for the first time its soldiers are fighting alongside Russia. from BBC News https://ift.tt/bQTwmZi

Checkmate: USA vs India aims to take chess from fringes of sports world into the mainstream

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Tracking a smuggler behind deadly Atlantic migrant crossing

BBC Verify tracks a man accused of selling places on a migrant boat which left dozens dead after getting lost at sea. from BBC News https://ift.tt/YHtaimV

Mumbai Indians showcase perfect performance to go top of the table and send Rajasthan Royals out

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Hundreds arrested in crackdown on May Day protests in Istanbul

More than 50,000 police officers are deployed to the Turkish capital and public transport is shut down. from BBC News https://ift.tt/gO0TJCx

Ros Atkins on... What's in the US-Ukraine resources deal?

The BBC's analysis editor looks at what has been agreed in the much-anticipated agreement. from BBC News https://ift.tt/RZsvq7I

Chaos on roads as residents flee rampant Israel wildfires

Buildings burn and land is scorched as wildfires spread outside of Jerusalem. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Y61hgus

Chennai Super Kings become the first team to be eliminated from IPL 2025 playoffs race

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Life inside Iraq's 'Forbidden Zone' controlled by Turkey

Turkey has been building military bases on Iraqi territory, the BBC finds, raising fears of an occupation. from BBC News https://ift.tt/mTFA1VO

How KKR’s all-action hero Sunil Narine kept his team’s slim playoff hopes alive

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Neeraj Chopra Classic 2025: Here are the Indian javelin throwers competing

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IPL Points Table 2025, Orange Cap, Purple Cap After RR vs GT: Gujarat slips out of top 2 after Rajasthan stunner, Sai Sudharsan pips Virat Kohli in most runs list

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Three US citizen children, one with cancer, deported to Honduras, lawyers say

Trump's border czar Tom Homan says the mothers had made the choice for their citizen children to be removed with them. from BBC News https://ift.tt/IarKcFo